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FH53 FWZ

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,460 mi
Last recorded17,460 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2006
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 FWZ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2006 17,460 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 19,437 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-8?

Based on 304,386 MOT tests across 25,254 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,376
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
25,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,515
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 8,979
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,531
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,088
Anti-roll bar linkage fractured 6,762
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FH53 FWZ is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda RX-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH53 FWZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FH53 FWZ registered?

FH53 FWZ is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is FH53 FWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 FWZ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH53 FWZ have outstanding finance?

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